...clear and convincing language : — " A principle of great power has been introduced [by poor laws] into the social system of Ireland, which must be productive...enjoyment of equivalent rights. When rich and poor are at one again, the repudiating farmer will find the position of his landlord too strong to allow of...

...proprietors, as in England, and more favourable circumstances will induce improved habits. The poor-rale is an absentee tax of the best description ; because,...enjoyment of equivalent rights. When rich and poor are at one again, the repudiating farmer will find the position of his landlord too strong to allow of...

...favourable circumstances will induce improved habits. The poor-rate is an absentee tax of the lest description; because, besides bringing non-resident...enjoyment of equivalent rights. When rich and poor are at one again, the repudiating farmer will find the position of his landlord too strong to allow of...

...conduct on the part of landed proprietors, as in England, and more favourable circumstances will inihice improved habits. The poor-rate is an absentee tax...proper regard to the welfare of the poor.* Lastly, the per* ' I would sincerely regret that anything I have said should appear to be written as if I sought...

...rate an absentee tax of the best description." (p. 159.) His reasoning deserves to be cited : — " The poor-rate is an absentee tax of the best description...with a proper regard to the welfare of the poor." We have no hesitation to affirm that this reasoning is meet companion for the assertion it pretends...